Health & Fitness
EPOCH Senior Living Presents Program for Families of Those with Dementia
Presentation features guest experts on non-pharmacological approaches to dementia to be held on January 22
Waltham, MA – January 20, 2026 – EPOCH Senior Living is continuing its educational seminar series for residents’ families and prospective families, developed in partnership with McLean Hospital. The series provides essential education and support for those caring for loved ones with dementia.
"Non-Pharmacological Approaches for Dementia," will be held on Thursday, January 22, at 7 PM via Zoom.
Guest experts Dr. Alice Uflacker, Staff Psychiatrist at McLean Hospital’s Geriatric Psychiatry Outpatient Service and Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and Dr. Julie Brody Magid, Clinical Director of Neuropsychology at McLean Hospital and Instructor in Psychology at Harvard Medical School, will share insights designed for those caring for loved ones with dementia.
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The seminar will help participants:
- Identify some of the most difficult behaviors that can arise throughout the course of dementia.
- Learn practical, evidence-based strategies for managing these behaviors.
- Discover approaches that foster resilience and preserve dignity.
"This partnership with McLean Hospital reflects our ongoing commitment to providing families with high-quality education and support, helping them feel more prepared and less alone in their caregiving journey," said Laurie Gerber, Chairperson of EPOCH Senior Living.
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This program follows previous successful sessions in the series, including "Managing the Most Challenging Symptoms of Dementia" held in July and "Coping as a Caregiver of Someone with Dementia" held in October.
Interested families can register by visiting BridgesbyEPOCH.com, or contacting their Senior Advisor.
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About EPOCH Senior Living Waltham-based EPOCH Senior Living has been a leader in New England senior living since 1997. Known for delivering outstanding experiences and purpose-built properties, the organization currently operates 11 Bridges® by EPOCH communities and five Waterstone Senior Living communities throughout the Northeast. Bridges® by EPOCH is New England's largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider.
